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American Express SimplyCash Preferred Card

Amex · Cash Back

Annual Fee
$120
Sign-Up Bonus
250 pts
$2,000 in 90 days
Best Rate
4x
Groceries
FX Fee
2.5%

Earning Rates

CategoryRateNotes
Groceries4x4% cash back
Gas4x4% cash back
Everything Else2x2% cash back

Sign-Up Bonus

Bonus
250 pts
Min Spend
$2,000
Timeframe
90 days
Est. Value
$250

10% on $2K/3mo = $200 max + $50 at month 13

Perks & Benefits

  • 4% grocery + gas (capped $1,200 cb/yr combined)
  • Monthly fee ($9.99/mo)

Insurance Coverage

  • Purchase protection
  • Extended warranty
  • Travel medical (basic)

Best For

groceriesgascash back

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the annual fee for the American Express SimplyCash Preferred Card?

The American Express SimplyCash Preferred Card has an annual fee of $120.

What are the earning rates for the American Express SimplyCash Preferred Card?

The American Express SimplyCash Preferred Card earns 4x on groceries, 4x on gas, and 2x on everything else. It is part of the Cash Back program.

Is the American Express SimplyCash Preferred Card worth it?

The American Express SimplyCash Preferred Card is best for groceries, gas, cash back. It is a mid tier card on the Amex network. At $120/year, the value depends on how much you spend in its bonus categories.

Does the American Express SimplyCash Preferred Card transfer to Aeroplan?

No, the American Express SimplyCash Preferred Card earns Cash Back which does not transfer to Aeroplan.

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